The Racetrack Begins in the Test Lab – Joint Testing with the BME Formula Racing Team
Who are they?
The BME Formula Racing Team was founded in 2007 with the goal of becoming the first Hungarian team to compete in the international Formula Student competition series. What started with 18 enthusiastic students has since grown into an organization of more than 100 members spanning several university faculties. The team does far more than just build a race car. The students themselves design and manage the entire process, from engineering details to securing the financial background. Their dedication and expertise have been proven by numerous prestigious results achieved in recent years on some of the world’s most challenging tracks, from Germany to Italy.
The Formula Racing Team is currently developing a fully electric race car, which requires highly precise engineering support. Following an introductory visit — during which both parties presented their capabilities — the team began working together with Videoton. At present, critical electrical measurements are being carried out on one of the modules of the battery pack that forms the heart of the vehicle.
What happens during the tests?
The tests are conducted in Videoton’s electrical test laboratory using climate chambers under various temperature conditions. The focus is on HPPC (Hybrid Pulse Power Characterization) performance testing. This method helps determine the dynamic capabilities of the battery. It provides precise data on how much energy the module can instantaneously deliver or absorb – a factor that can mean the difference between victory and retirement on the racetrack.
On the team’s side, the measurements are coordinated by Gergely Szatmári (Head of the Electric Powertrain Group) and Péter Petró (member of the Vehicle Dynamics Group). From Videoton’s side, Attila Dányádi mentors the young talents, providing them with a professional environment and expert support to help achieve the best possible results.
This cooperation not only benefits the development process itself, but also provides outstanding practical experience for the students. Measurements and tests performed in a real industrial environment help young engineers gain competitive knowledge and hands-on expertise for the labor market.
We are proud that, through our technology and expertise, we can contribute to the next Hungarian successes on the international racing scene!
